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Renin Recumbent (Sendaway Test)

Laboratory:Clinical Biochemistry
Test Code:RNR
Medicare rebatable:Yes
Registration Instructions:

Use the 'ambulant' code unless 'recumbent' is specified on the request form.

Specimen Types:Plasma
Container Types:
EDTA 4 mLEDTA 4 mL
Adults Volume or Mass:4 mL
Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:4 mL
Collection & Request Instructions:Retrospective testing not possible.
Collect at ambient temperature
Transport Instructions:Room Temperature
Send to lab immediately
Processing Instructions:Centrifuge
Aliquot
Freeze Immediately
Store at -80'C
Assay Frequency:Twice weekly
External Laboratory:The Alfred Pathology Service (APS)
  External Laboratory details...
External Transport Instructions:Send Frozen on Dry Ice

USEFUL LINKS

 

Frozen Section Booking Form